Английский язык. Устная речь. Ч.1. Учебное пособие для студентов 1 курса гуманитарного института

going get directions ahead of time and do a trial run, so you know where you're going. Make sure you turn your phone off before going into the interview room. Remember to bring an extra copy of your resume and a list of references.

When you enter: Greet the interviewer. Do not be over-friendly. Do not sit down until asked. Sit straight and do not fold your arms. Look in the interviewer's eyes while answering questions.

Don’t use slang words or jargon, speak clearly and concisely. Keep your answers short and to the point. Always think about your answers but do not take too long in figuring them out. Do not discuss money; if the interviewer brings it up it is OK, but do not broach the subject yourself. During the interview stay calm and focused. Don’t allow yourself to be rattled.

Stay calm: During the interview try to remain as calm as possible.

If you don’t understand a question, ask for it to be repeated or rephrased. Pause before answering a question to gather your thoughts. Maintain a natural amount of eye contact but don’t stare. Emphasize what you can do to benefit the company rather than just what you are interested in.

Be pleasant: Keep a cheerful disposition, do not contradict the interviewer even if he is wrong, keep a pleasant outlook. Do show enthusiasm and a genuine interest in the company and your interviewers. Keep your body language polite. Do not lean forward aggressively or sit with your arms folded across your chest. You should have good posture, but keep it relaxed and friendly. Do not be critical of your institute or past employer.

Tricky situations: Stay calm, even if provoked. Of course, one cannot anticipate all questions so be ready for some surprises, too. Be well prepared not to be trapped in the cross-questioning. If you can't do so, simply back out and say you are not sure rather than saying something which you cannot defend. If you do not know how to answer a particular question, say, "I don't know, sir."

Ask questions about the job: Prepare a list of questions you want to ask the interviewer, because you will probably be asked if you

21

have any at the end of the interview. Having questions will show that you've done your homework and are truly interested in the position. Knowing as much as possible about the company's past performance and future plans can make your interview more interactive. Remember, you aren't simply trying to get the job - you are also interviewing the employer to assess whether this company and the position are a good for you.

Follow Up: It's important to thank the interviewer for their time and to let them know that you look forward to hearing from them. Follow up by sending a thank-you note.

Remember, the job interview is a strategic conversation with a purpose. Don't forget that the interviewer is just trying to solve a problem - they need someone in that job. The interviewer is NOT trying to test you or to find fault. They want the vacancy filled as much as you want the job! Thus your goal is to persuade the employer that YOU have skills, background and ability to do the job and that you can comfortably fit into the organization.

Дайте развернутые ответы на следующие вопросы:

1.What is the goal of any job interview?

2.Why is the interview etiquette an important part for getting a job?

3.What characteristics are important for a successful interview?

4.How could a candidate prepare for an interview?

5.How should a candidate be dressed?

6.Why is it better to arrive early for the interview?

7.How should the candidate behave during an interview?

8.How should the candidate answer tricky questions?

9.Why is it necessary to prepare a list of questions for an interviewer?

10.Is it important to thank the interviewer with the thank-you note when the interview is over?

2. Ознакомьтесь с содержанием данного текстового материала и ответьте на следующие вопросы:

1. Why do you think it is necessary to compose a CV?

22

2.What pattern should you follow writing a CV?

3.Why do you think an applicant should be honest delivering his personal data to the potential employer?

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A Curriculum Vitae (CV) is a document which describes your education, work experience and skills you have already had. The purpose of the CV is to attract the employers’ attention.

Therefore you need a good and well-structured CV. A good CV should:

o Attract attention;

o Create a positive impression;

o Present your skills and qualities clearly and concisely.

Your CV has to be word processed and should be no more than one page long. A CV must be free of typographical and grammatical errors. The structure of a CV must follow a certain order.

Personal data

Personal details should be shown at the beginning: name, family name, date of birth, address, marital status, phone number, e-mail.

Education and qualifications

List of educational institutions you attended (specifying the dates); subject areas you studied and degrees you got. List qualifications in full.

Work experience

Mention your present job first and work backwards, descriptions of what exactly you did and were responsible for.

Relevant Information

Any information which could be helpful (computer skills, languages you speak, driver’s license, hobbies, interests) can be added.

Referees

Give at least 2 referees: a former employer, a teacher.

Always be honest. It is possible to be creative, but not to lie. Remember, the first impression is the one that matters, so, your CV needs to be perfect!

23

3. Составьте резюме на основе данного образца. CURRICULUM VITAE

Sample

Education and Qualifications:

2009 – 2013 - Moscow State University of Railway Engineering: The Institute of Rail Operations and Information Technologies. Diploma of Specialist

2011 – 2012 - Linguistic Centre of the Institute of the Humanities. Moscow. Fluent English. Basic knowledge of French

1999 – 2009 - Secondary school № 5, Moscow. A Certificate of

Complete Secondary Education

Work experience

July 2010 - August 2010 – “Saratov Car, Ltd” Position - Sales Executive

Responsibilities: receiving customers and suppliers, Dealing with home and overseas enquiries

Relevant information

PC user, driving license (A)

Interests

Jazz music and travelling

Referees

Mr. A. L. Gradov

The Head of the Sales Department “Saratov Car, Ltd”

Saratov. Volzhskiy Avenue. 17 Dr. N. V. Matveeva

The Teacher of Foreign Languages.

Linguistics Centre. Moscow State University of Railway Engineering. Obraztsova st.7.

24

4. Составьте сопроводительное письмо на основе данного образца.

APPLICATION LETTER

Dear Sir/Madam

I would like to apply for a job (position) of the Sales Executive in the Sales Department, advertised in the Moscow Times on 15th of May. As you can see from my CV, I’ve got the education required for a Sales Manager. Besides, I have some work experience and good knowledge of Practical sales techniques I got while working in the sales team. I am also developing my language skills. My English is quite good, and I am taking evening classes at the University Language Centre to improve my level. I am dynamic, creative, easy-going and with a strong team spirit. If you consider that my qualification and personal qualities are suitable, I’ll be available for an interview any time you date.

Yours faithfully, Gleb Petrov

МОДУЛЬ 2. ОБРАЗОВАНИЕ Текст 1. - Мой Университет

Грамматика - Местоимение. Наречие. Прилагательное. Задание 1. Запишите данные слова в тетрадь и запомните их:

-graduate/alumnus (alumni) - выпускник университета

-to overestimateпереоценить

-to consist ofсостоять из чего-либо, кого-либо

-inseparably -неотделимо; неразрывно; нераздельно

-to comprise -включать; заключать в себе, содержать

-scientific – научный

-constant – постоянный, неизменный

25

-rapid - быстрый, скорый, стремительный

-requirements - требования

-implementation - выполнение, исполнение, осуществление

-though - хотя, несмотря на

Задание 2. Прослушайте и повторите за диктором произношение новых слов, пользуясь сетевым словарем. http://www.macmillandictionary.com

Задание 3. Запишите и запомните следующие словосочетания

и их перевод:

-on the command of – по приказу

-federal state higher educational institution - Федеральное государственное высшее учебное образовательное учреждение

-Pre-University Training Faculty - Факультет довузовской подготовки

-Institute of Rail Operation and Information Technology -

Институт управления и информационных технологий

-Part-Time Faculty -Вечерний факультет

Задание 4. Запишите слова и подберите синонимы к ним: permanent, command, fast, several, modern, order, rapid, constant, some, present

Задание 5. Запишите слова и подберите антонимы к ним: lower, attend, important, miss, active, inconsiderable, upper, rule, similar, exception, different, passive

Задание 6. Прочитайте слова близкие по звучанию словам русского языка и определите их значение:

Reorganized, university, modern, centre, programme, international, forums

Задание 7. Изучите грамматический раздел модуля по теме "Местоимение. Наречие. Прилагательное”.

Задание 8. Выполните перевод предложений на русский язык:

1. The history of the university dates back to September 1896 when on the command of His Imperial Majesty Nicholas II Moscow Engineering School was founded. 2. The university provides its

26

students with modern knowledge oriented towards constant and rapid changes in the railway system. 3. In 1913 Engineering School was reorganized into Moscow Railway Transport Institute. 4. The equipment of the classes and laboratories satisfies all the requirements of the modern standards. 5. The university carries out great scientific research work. 6. It is one of the few transport universities in Russia with a branched network of departments.

Задание 9. Допишите термины к заданным определениям:

1)a building or room containing collections of books and periodicals

2)certificate awarded by an educational establishment after successfully completion a course of study

3)branch of knowledge studied or taught in school, college or university

Задание 10. Составьте предложения из предложенных в каждой цепочке слов:

1)is, tuition, fee, in, ones, universities, in, much, private, lower, public, than.

2)railway, is, with, transport, construction, our, connected, university, railway, and.

3)of, provide, degrees, Russian, different, universities, education

4)terms, American, goals, do, of, in, universities, vary, how?

5)four, a, be, of, Bachelor, can, years, degree, obtained, studies, after, of.

Задание 11. Найдите лишнее слово в данной цепочке слов:

Teacher, tutor, trainer, lecturer, instructor, sponsor

Задание 12. Составьте 5 вопросов (вопрос к подлежащему, общий вопрос, специальный вопрос, альтернативный и разделительный вопросы) к данному предложению.

Graduates of RUT work in different spheres of railway industry.

27

Задание 13. Прочитайте текст и разделите его на вводную, информационную и заключительную части:

Text 1. My University

The Russian University of Transport is the Russian federal state higher educational institution. It is one of the oldest, largest and the most prestigious transport universities in the country. Our university is inseparably connected with railway transport and railway construction. Its graduates work in different structures of railway industry which role and importance for Russia cannot be overestimated. The history of the university dates back to September 1896 when on the command of His Imperial Majesty Nicholas II Moscow Engineering School was founded. Its first students were prepared as specialists of railway track construction. In 1913 Engineering School was reorganized into Moscow Railway Transport Institute. From 1993 up to the 1st of June 2017 it was titled Moscow State University of Railway Engineering. As a result of a restructuring now it is called «the Russian University of Transport» (RUT - MIIT). Now the university consists of several institutes. They are: the Institute of Rail Operation and Information Technology, the Institute of Economics and Finance, the Institute of Humanities, Law Institute and others. It also has the

Part-Time and the Pre-University Training Faculties. The university comprises the Medical College, the Railway Transport College, the Law College and the gymnasium. The university provides its students with modern knowledge oriented towards constant and rapid changes in the railway system. The equipment of the classes and laboratories satisfies all the requirements of the modern standards. Though the university is one of the oldest in Russia it is still growing and developing. It is integrating into the world’s educational and scientific community. New demands to the system of education make the university apply innovative programmes and seek partnership for their implementation. Today the university is a modern research and educational centre with advanced laboratory facilities for study and qualified staff

28

training. It is one of the few transport universities in Russia with a branched network of departments. The university carries out great scientific research work. It involves such directions as Information Technology on transport and traffic safety programmes. Our university actively represents its scientific and educational interests at international forums in Russia and abroad.

Задание 1. Скажите, какие предложения не соответствуют содержанию текста:

1.The history of the university dates back to September 1896.

2.The Russian University of Transport is rather young and it is growing and developing. 3. RUT-MIIT is the only university in Russia with a branched network of departments. 4. The university carries out great scientific research work.

Задание 2. Переведите предложения на английский язык:

1. Из двух проектов второй более перспективный. 2. В университете проводится большая научно-исследовательская работа. 3. Каковы последние достижения в этой области? 4. Из пятерых выпускников они выбрали самого знающего. 5. Выслушай меня внимательно и начинай действовать немедленно. 6. На конференции присутствовали немцы, шведы, швейцарцы. 7. Этот студент упорно старается сдать экзамен. Но он едва ли знает, с чего начать.

Задание 3. Допишите предложения, поставив выделенные слова в нужную форму:

1.Russia is the country where the Constitution guarantees (body)____ the right to education.

2.Education in RUT-MIIT is not (complete).____free of charge.

3.The University is quickly integrating into the world’s educational and (science) ____community.

4.The (important) ___ examination in the UK is the assessment at the age of 16 which is called GCSE.

5.Some colleges prefer vocational or technical programmes while (other) _____may offer a liberal arts curriculum.

29

Задание 4. Допишите предложения, выбрав правильный вариант ответа.

1.It’s quite common to hear someone complain that his/her memory is (less good/ worse/ not as good) as it used to be.

2.Regular reviewing of what has been learned is (better/ one of the good/ one of the best) ways of strengthening memory. 3. I wasn't so much surprised (as/ then/ that) shocked by the result.

Задание 5. Выберите правило, которое точно соответствует заданному предложению. Откройте скобки и поставьте сказуемое в нужную форму:

30